Student Life 2013/14 January 2014 | Page 74

BEST THING ABOUT HUDDERSFIELD The best thing about Huddersfield is its scenery. It is evident why Huddersfield is known for the “Three Peaks”, as the surrounding countryside views are incredible. I usually hate catching the bus and even walking can be tedious in a busy city, but now I go out of my way because the countryside it is breathtaking and you don’t have to go off the beaten track or buy any special footwear to enjoy it. ACCOMMODATION HUDDERSFIELD Huddersfield is a student-friendly place to live - whether you are situated in town or slightly outside, everything is at your feet; and with a Lidl and many Poundlands close by, it is easy to keep within that student budget. Huddersfield’s average weekly rental prices are very reasonable, at £77 in 2013, just below the UK average of £79.42. Now, you may think that as Huddersfield is a town rather than a city, student life could be quite boring; this was certainly my concern. However, you will be quite mistaken. Students know how to party in Huddersfield and you will have many laughs during your years here. Living in the city centre is a popular choice, as it’s centrally located to everything you could possibly need. With a 60% satisfaction rate, it’s highly rated, although the higher 74 www.accommodationforstudents.com rental rates of £87 need to be taken into account. Rent is slightly cheaper closer to the University, averaging between £54 and £66 per week, with a satisfaction rate of 60%; the upside of this is that you can lie in even when you have lectures! AFS TOP TIP Although most accommodation is situated near the University; even the properties outside of town have regular cheap buses running to campus, so there’s little chance of you missing those important lectures.